Wednesday, August 31, 2011

Fun Events in the Palouse Region September, 2011


Fairfield:
September 10, 2011. Community Dinner Dance & Entertainment, Community Center, corner of Main & Johnson.
September 20, 2011. Senior Lunch, at noon, at the Fairfield Community Center, corner of Main and Johnson. Across the street, at 1:30 p.m., the South East Spokane County Historical Society and Museum meets at East 301 Main St. Both buildings are wheelchair accessible.

Garfield:
Garfield School Book Fair,  Family events at school,
Tues, Sept 13 5:30-8:00
Wed, Sept 14 8:00-3:00
Thurs, Sept 15 8:00-12:00
First Tuesday of the month at 7:00 p.m., Garfield Community Association meets.  Contact:  Mary Miller (509) 635-1498.
Third Wednesday of the month, Garfield Parks and Recreation meets at the Community
Center at 7:00 p.m. contact Nikkie Pfaff, (509) 635-0155.
Garfield Public Development Authority, involved in residential and commercial development in the Town of Garfield. Contact Daymon Marple, (509) 635-1452, to get on email list.
Third Thursday of each month, Ladow Grange at the Grange Hall/American Legion Bldg. on East Main, at 7:00 p.m. (509) 635-1415.)
September 22, 2011, Ladow Grange food giveaway, Lions Club. Contact Gerry Victor, (509) 635-1436.
2nd and 4th Thursdays, 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Mom's Connection meets at Garfield Community Church, 201 N 5th Street. Contact:  Tami Southern at (509) 280-2555.
Mondays, 6:30 p.m. Caregiver Coffee and Support Groups,  at the Garfield Clinic - 207 N 3rd Street.  Contact Laura Redmon (509) 635-1411.
September 20, 2011 - Garfield Beautification Contest deadline.

Palouse:
September 17, 2011.Palouse Days. Parade (Click here for a Parade Application); Pancake Breakfast; Car Show; Book Sale; Live Music; Sidewalk Chalk Art Contest; Duck Race; Palouse Days Fun Run; Click here for a Fun Run Registration form, and a Fun Run Map; Click here for more details!
Call (509) 878-1991. Other community events & meetings, http://www.visitpalouse.com/events.html

Rockford:
September 3 & 10, 2011, Crochet Class in the Park, 200 S. First St. 10:00 a.m. - Noon.
September 3 & 10, 2011, Farmers' Market 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. in the Park, 200 S. First St.
September 5, 2011, McIntosh Grange meeting, 7:30 p.m. – 8:30 p.m. 309 South First St.
September 11, 2011, Patriot Day. 10:00 a.m. There will be a Monument of Remembrance in which fire sirens and bells well be heard in Rockford for one minute. 12:30 p.m. – 1:30 p.m., 200 South First, a gathering has been planned at the flag pole in the Rockford Park to show our appreciation for our law enforcemnet, fire personnel, verterans and active military.
September 17, 2011, 10:00 a.m. - Noon. Crochet class at Harvest Moon Banquet  Room.
September 23, 24 & 25, 2011, SE Spokane County Community Fair.
September 24, 2011, Cow Chip Bingo, in the Arena by the Ball Park on First St. Tickets are $5 each and can be purchased at area businesses. Rules are available locally.
September 24, 2011,  7am – 11am, 116 West Emma. Fire District # 11 and the Rockford Lion's Club will host their annual Pancake Breakfast at the Fire Station. Enjoy good food and company.
September 24, 2011. 7:45 a.m. – 9:45 a.m. 8 West Emma, annual Harvest Hustle Fun Run meets at Dave's Auto for sign up, W. 8 Emma St.
September 24, 2011, 10:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Kiddie Parade, followed by Grand Parade. Sign up/ line up meets by the Primeland Office.
September 24, 2011, Noon – 7:00 p.m. - September 25, Noon – 4:00 p.m. Harvest Hoops, 10 S. First. The annual Harvest Hoops 3 on 3 basketball games start Saturday after the Grande Parade.
September 24, 2011, 1:00 p.m. – 2:00 p,m, Fireman's Games.
September 25, 2011, 8:45 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. 500 South First. Gymkhana Horse Play, at the horse arena by the Town's ball park at the South end of Town.

Rosalia,
Museum located inside Rosalia City Hall. Hours: Monday-Wednesday, 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Thursday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Tekoa:
Saturdays June through September Tekoa Farmers Market features homemade goods from across the region.
Saturday and Sunday afternoons Tekoa Treasures Flea Market offers bargains galore.
Visit The Tekoa Museum With artifacts, memorabilia and photos dating back to the 1800's.
Uniontown:
September 4, 2011, Marian Flahavin, Nona Hengen and Sherryl Evans,featured at Dahmen Barn. Reception, 1 p.m. - 3:00 p.m
September 18, 2011, "An Old Fashioned Sunday" Festival, Free at Dahmen Barn.
September 18, 2011, Nona Hengen, John Clement, Alex McGregor and Richard Scheuerman Featured at Dahmen Barn.

Valleyford:
September 21, 2011, 6:15 p.m. Senior Souper Supper, Valleyford Community Church, Madison St, Valleyford, Wash. Chicken Dumpling featured soup. Everyone 50+ welcome to enjoy commaraderie and great food.

Fairfield Community Center Dinner Dance, September 10, 2011

FAIRFIELD COMMUNITY CENTER
Presents for your dancing &
entertaining pleasure

Spare Parts

Acoustic Favorites
with
Vocal Harmonies
featuring
the Greatest Hits
of the Last 50 years

Saturday
September 10, 2011
8:00 - 10:00 p.m.

Spaghetti Dinner
7:00 p.m.

Donation for dinner and entainment:
$10.00 per person - $35.00 family

Proceeds to go to Community Center Youth Activities
CHILDREN MUST BE SUPERVISED



Tuesday, August 30, 2011

Artisans at the Dahmen Barn Exhibit Nona Hengen, Sherryl Evans and Marian Flahavin

Home Grown artists of eastern Washington, Marian Flahavin, Spokane, Washington artist who grew up in Colton Washington, Nona Hengen, Spangle, Washington artist and Sherryl Evans, Ritzville, Washington exhibit work in bronze, porcelain, oil and watercolor at Artisans at the Dahmen Barn, 419 N. Parkway, Uniontown, Wash., September 1 – 25, 2011. Opening reception will be September 4, 2011, 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m. with the artists present.

Marian’s work has always been an expression of her love of and fascination with the human figure - most importantly the spirit, the 'life' that makes the figure who it is, as well as its bone and muscle forms. She has been drawing people as long as she can remember. In recent years her pastels have been included in major juried and invitational shows all over the United States. Her projects range from an oil portrait of the founder of the University of Washington Law Library to a series of bronze garden sculptures, including a solar-lighted boy and girl with 'Fireflies.'


The art center is truly the hub of the Palouse where the big white barn can be seen surrounded by its landmark fence of 1000 iron wheels. Information: http://www.artisanbarn.org/ or 509-229-3414.

REWARD: Missing our 2 cats brother & sister. Palouse, Washington


REWARD: Missing our 2 cats, brother & sister.
Dusty: Black and white 4 yr. old female, very shy last seen on Sunday night August 7th.

Itchy: Orange and white 4 yr. old male, friendly last seen August 25th.

Both cats are inside most of the time, but do go outside a few hours every day. They are usually right around the yard & back alley of our house. If you have any information please call:

Rick Wekenman or Kathy Byers (509) 878-1565

220 West Main St. Palouse, WA 99161

Soccer Registration Garfield Palouse Athletic Club K-7th Grade

K – 7th GRADE
 

ATTN: Girls 3rd to 5th Grade
Don't forget we will also be having a Volleyball team that
plays in the Pullman league. This registration/practice will
start the Monday after the Palouse Empire Fair ends.

Garfield Palouse Athletic Club
PO Box 395
Palouse, WA 99161

2010 – 2011 Board of Directors
Kenny Pedersen, President Mike Bagott, Treasurer
Penny Martinez, Vice President Connie Kriebel, Secretary

We are doing one registration for all ages;
one in Garfield and one in Palouse.

When: August 30, 2011
Where: Garfield Park @ the Building 6-7 pm

WHEN: SEPTEMBER 1, 2011
WHERE: PALOUSE PARK @ THE GAZEBO 6-7 PM

The Colfax Soccer League begins games late September.

GPAC SOCCER REGISTRATION

Wednesday, August 24, 2011

Annual All-School Open House and BBQ September 1, 2011 at Freeman, Washington


Freeman School District - Freeman Middle School All-School Open House - BBQ to meet and welcome teachers, 4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m.  Thursday, September 01, 2011. Also, student schedule pickup at student orientation, five days before the first day of school, September 6, 2011.

Dance in Rockford, Washington Park, August 27, 2011, to Support The Fair

A Benefit Dance, August 27, 2011, 6:00 p.m. -10:00 p.m. will be held in the in the Ag Building, Rockford Park to raise money to put on the South East Spokane County Fair, next month in Rockford, Wash. Families welcome, no alcohol allowed. Refreshments will be served. Call (509) 291-4716 for details. 

From Micki Harnois, Mayor of Rockford and President, Southeast Spokane County Community Fair:

"Hello everyone,

"Please don't forget about the dance this Saturday (the 28th) to benefit the Fair.

"There will be a deejay playing music for all ages, free pop and water, and snacks. No alcohol allowed.

"This is a family event with some fun surprises including the Chicken Dance, Twist, etc.

"And the best part of all is that our beautiful royalty will be there!

"All proceeds will go directly to the Fair.

"Please tell all you know about this great event and how important it is for us to keep the great Fair going.

"Thank you to Jack and Vicki Bergstrom, Donna Davey, Chuck Crockett and Linda Seaman (a new volunteer) for painting the food booths. Thanks also to the Lions Club who have done most of the work on the little white building to make it functrional. The Sainsbury family have done alot of work in the livestock area including the installation of a new yard light.

"Chris and Dan Thompson are very dedicated on selling as many tickets as possible for the cow chip bingo. We should all at least buy 2 tickets (1 for us and 1 for our spouse or significant other). They will be at Walmart this Sunday (the 28th) from 11:00am -3:00pm. There are 2 entrances so if anyone would like to help, contact them at 720-5110 or 291-3060.  

"Thank you all for continually making the Fair a success. Your dedication is so appreciated! Remember the next Fair meeting is on Monday, September 29th starting @ 6:00pm [in Rockford Park]. Please bring work clothes.

Micki

Tuesday, August 23, 2011

North Fork Palouse River Cleanup and Celebration, August 27, 2011

Palouse Conservation District and the City of Palouse will conduct a stream cleanup and do site maintenance at the Palouse Native Plant Walk with the help of volunteers Saturday, August 27, 2011, from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Volunteers will meet at 9:00 a.m. at the City Park (Hayton Greene.) Wear appropriate clothing including sturdy shoes, layers, and work gloves.

A celebration BBQ and sign unveiling for the Palouse Native Plant Walk will be held at 1:00 p.m. along the North Fork Palouse River at the Palouse Native Plant Walk.

This cleanup is part of American Rivers’ National River Cleanup™. Thousands of volunteers across the country are protecting their community’s most precious natural resource.

Please call Jennifer at Palouse Conservation District if you have any questions (509) 332-4101.

Lost and Found Request Palouse, Wash., City Pool

Palouse City Pool:
If you’re missing something you may have left at the pool this summer, please stop by City Hall during business hours to check through the Lost & Found.
All items not claimed by Friday will be donated to Needful Things or repurposed.

Thank you.

Monday, August 22, 2011

Worship, Hymn Sing and Potluck at Rockford Park, August 28, 2011


Worship in Rockford Town Park on S. First St., Rockford, Wash., @ 10:00 a.m. on Sunday August 28, 2011, followed by a Hymn Sing @ 11:00 a.m. and a Community Potluck @ 11:30 a.m.  Mass at St. Joseph Catholic Church is also at 10:00 a.m. and parishioners there have been especially invited after Mass.  The invitation is extended by the Rockford Community United Methodist Church and Pastor David and Colleen Lura.

Mobile Inland Northwest Blood Center Unit at Valleyford Community Church, August 26, 2011

The Inland Northwest Blood Center mobile unit will be at Valleyford Community Church, 13015 S Madison Rd, Valleyford, Wash., Friday August 26, 2011, 6:00 p.m - 7:30 p.m. INBC offers a variety of donation opportunities for individuals wanting to make a difference on behalf of patients in need. 

Whole blood is the most common form of donation and is offered at all INBC collection centers and mobile blood drives. A unit (approximately one pint) of blood is collected from the volunteer donor and is then processed and separated into components in the Regional Headquarters laboratory in Spokane.

INBC needs approximately 150 whole blood donors each day to supply the local patient needs. Just show up at Valleyford Community Church, or sign up at myinbc.org, (code: ValleyfordCommunity.)

Donors can give blood three times a year. INBC has several donor needs, and  offers numerous options. Learn more at, Inland Northwest Blood Center's website.

Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Swimming Pool Closes August 19, 2011 in Palouse, Wash.

From Palouse City Hall:

Hello Everyone,

Well, sadly, it’s that time of year again when our lifeguards head back to college and/or begin their high school sports seasons.  Come enjoy the pool this week as Friday is the last day of the season.

Sunday, August 14, 2011

Family Campout in Rockford Park August 19-20, 2011

August 19, 2011, 5:00 p.m.- Saturday, August 20, 2011. Family Campout in Rockford Park. Travel Trailers, Campers, Tents welcome. Call Thomas for information, (509) 847-4128

2011-2012 School Events Kickoff at Freeman Next Week


8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Wednesday, August 17, 2011 Freeman High School football practice begins, bringing together youth from the rolling farmlands of the Palouse area in Washington.

8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.. Monday, August 22, 2011, volleyball, XC and soccer practice begins at Freeman School.

10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Monday, August 29, 2011 is registration day for junior and seniors new to Freeman High School.

The following day, Tuesday, August 30, 2011 is registration day for freshman and sophomores new to Freeman High School.

Thursday, September 1, 2011, All-day event: All-School Open House & BBQ. At 4:30 p.m.-6:30 p.m., student schedule pickup at student orientation.

Tammilee Tillson To Share Couponing Tips Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Tammilee Tillson, as seen on the TV show “Extreme Couponing”, is coming to the Palouse Branch Library next Tuesday, August 16th at 6:00 p.m. Tillson will share her money-saving tips on couponing for beginners and experts. Don’t miss this fun and educational event.

Friday, August 12, 2011

Clean up at Pioneer Park Scheduled at Rockford, Wash.

Tuesday, August 16, 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m., Rockford Women's club members will turn out, dressed and equipped to tackle their annual clean up of Pioneer Park, that borders the highway into Rockford, Wash., from Hwy. 27. 

Pioneer Park is the small well-kept grounds with its charming little building shaded by towering trees, and bordered by Juniper shrubs that bids welcome to all turn into Rockford.

Call Wanda (509) 892-4411for details.

Thursday, August 11, 2011

Post Office Planter Improvements in Palouse, Washington Appreciated

Gary Hayden of Atlas Concrete, Pullman,Wash., was warmly thanked by the City of Palouse for helping refresh the border of round rock behind the roses and surrounding the Palouse planters rose garden at the newest Post Office.

Wednesday, August 10, 2011

Local Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW) to Meet in Fairfield, Wash.

August 11, 2011 the local chapter of Veterans of Foreign Wars (VFW)  plan to meet at Fairfield Community Center, corner of Main and Johnson, Fairfield, Wash.

Monday, August 8, 2011

Rockford Community Grand Opening August 10, 2011

The Rockford community Center will host a Grand Opeing and Ice Cream Social, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. August 10, 2011 at 129 1/2 S. First Street, Rockford, Wash.

Movie In The Park at Rockford, Wash., Thursday, August 11 2011

Thursday's Movie in the Park , August 11, 8:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m. at 200 South First Street, Rockford, Washington is "Rio" (an animated production.)

Saturday, August 6, 2011

Palouse, Wash., to Chip Seal Streets One Day (Aug. 8-11, 2011)

Roadcrews in the city of Palouse, Wash., will be chip sealing Church Street (between Bridge & F Streets), and Bridge Street (Echanove Avenue to Houghton Street). The final day has yet to be determined but it will be a day between Aug. 8 – 11th. The town newsletter will be emailed to subscibers when the exact date is set. The city asks that you not park on those streets on that day.Church Street (between Bridge & F Streets), and Bridge Street (Echanove Avenue to Houghton Street). The final day has yet to be determined but it will be a day between Aug. 8 – 11th. The town newsletter will be emailed to subscibers when the exact date is set. The city asks that you not park on those streets on that day.

Wednesday, August 3, 2011

Fun Events in the Palouse Region, August, 2011



Fairfield Museum. Fairfield Library.
The third Tuesday of each month senior lunches and historical society meetings. Senior Lunch, at noon, at the Fairfield Community Center, corner of Main and Johnson. Across the street, at 1:30 p.m., the South East Spokane County Historical Society and Museum meets at East 301 Main St. Both buildings are wheelchair accessible.
August 11, 2011, VFW, Fairfield Community Center.

Farmington: http://www.farmingtonwa.com/. Farmington Country Manor, 1884. Washington & 5th. Gorgeous! Nice town park, tallest wood flagpole, etc. Community Center\ Library, Main St. Farmington, WA 99128. (509) 287-2500. Hours: Tuesday 1-5 pm; Thursday 2-6 pm. Storytime at 2:00 pm on Tuesdays.



Palouse Library 120 East Main Street. Check regularly for events in Palouse, http://www.visitpalouse.com/events.html.
Palouse community yard sale, August 6, 2011. Maps available at downtown businesses. Sign up at City Hall, ...
Whitman County Humane Society Board Meeting, Monday, August 15, 2011, 5:30p.m. Contact 509-332-2246 for location.
Palouse Chamber of Commerce Community Development Meeting, Wednesday, August 17, 2011, 6:00pm. Contact palousechamber@visitpalouse.com.
August, first Tuesday, National Night Out at Palouse City Park. A family event sponsored by the Palouse Block Watch will include displays of fire trucks, police equipment and all the emergency services that keep our small towns safe and comfortable places to live. Music, raffles and family fun.
Roy Chatters Newspaper & Printing Museum Open every Saturday from 10 to 2, or anytime, by appointment.

Rockford: August 5-6, 2011, HOT ROCKFORD NIGHTS Cruz-in Car Show. 5th-Movie, Ballfield, 500 S, First St.: 6th-Car Show, Town Park, 200 S. First St.
August 10, 2011, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Rockford Community Center Grand Opening, 299 1/2 1st. St.
August 15, 2011, SESCF Meeting in the Park.
August 19, 2011, 5:00 p.m. - August 20, 2011, Family Campout in Rockford Park.
August 27, 2011, 6:00 p.m. - 10 p.m. SESCF Benefit dance in the Park, (509) 291 4716.
August 28, 2011, 11:30 a.m. Community Potluck in Rockford Park. Everyone welcome. Sponsored by RCC.

Motorcycle Rally in Rosalia Held in mid-August. More than 20 world famous bike builders attend. A two-and-a-half-day event with builder and dealer displays, live concerts in the park, scenic byway bike tours and vendors of all kinds. Motorcycle Rally in Rosalia Held in mid-August. More than 20 world famous bike builders attend. A two-and-a-half-day event with builder and dealer displays, live concerts in the park, scenic byway bike tours and vendors of all kinds.
Rosalis Museum is located inside Rosalia City Hall. Museum hours: Monday-Wednesday, 8:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m.; Thursday - Friday, 8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.

Show & Shine, Boats on display downtown St John on Main Street, 5:00 p.m August 26, 2011
Sprint Boat Races, August 27, 2011, http://www.webbsslough.com/home.html.
St. John: 2nd Annual Bob Zorb Senior Golf Tournament, August 25th & 26, 2011. Individual stroke play for 50 & over. contact 509-648-3719~509-648-4166.

Tekoa, http://www.tekoawa.com/. annual rodeo. Tekoa Farmers Market, on Saturdays June through September features homemade goods from across the region.
Tekoa Treasures Flea Market Saturday and Sunday afternoons, bargains galore.
The Tekoa Museum With artifacts, memorabilia and photos dating back to the 1800's.

Rockford Stages Fundraisers For SESC Fair

The South East Spokane County Fair is coming up in Rockford, Wash., next month. Community events are scheduled that raise money to put on the fair:
  • Benefit Dance, August 27, 2011, 6:00 p.m. -10:00 p.m. in the Park. Refreshments will be served.
  • Cow Chip Bingo, Saturday, September 24, 2011 in the Arena by the Ball Park on First St.
  • Buy your COW CHIP BINGO TICKETS! $5 each, can be purchased at area businesses. Rules are available upon request.
  • The HARVEST HUSTLE FUN RUN, Saturday, September 24, 2011 check in is 7:45 a.m. - 8:30 a.m. at Dave's Auto Body parking lot in downtown Rockford, with same day registration available prior to the race. Postmarked on or before September 10, 2011 - $12 pre-registration wih T-shirt;  $5 pre-register without T-shirt. Registration forms available at Town Hall, and in local area businesses

SESCF meeting will be August 15, 2011, in Rockford Park.

It's not to early to make sure you're getting your fair entires ready. You'll find all the information you need, including contacts who can assist you at the Southeast Spokane County Community Fair
website , including applications.

Fair entries are mostly registered on Tuesday, September 20th at the Fair Building in the Town Park, for the fair September 23-25, 2011.

HOT ROCKFORD NIGHTS Cruz-in Car Show Events Begin August 5, 2011

The Rockford Lions Club's annual HOT ROCKFORD NIGHTS Cruz-in Car Show events begin Friday, August 5, 2011 with a "Cruz-In/Drive-In Movie Night" featuring "American Graffiti," by Opportunity Industries.


The outdoor Movie will be at the ball park on 1st. St. in Rockford, Wash. You don’t have to have a classic car to come to the Drive-In Movie. Your car radio speakers will receive the sound from the Lions Club transmitter.

Car registers for the "Show-n-Shine Car Show," held in the Town Park the next day, can watch the movie in leu of the Car Cruise the night before the show.

Call Craig 291-4313


Monday, August 1, 2011

Freeman HS Band & Drama Teacher Seeks Trailer Space.

Carol Wichmann, the new high school band and drama classes teacher at Freeman High School, needs a site with power, water and sewer for her trailer house. She's seeking to rent year-round in the area. Call her at (509) 732-8846.

Wichmann invites parents and community members to come and meet her at the Freeman School District - Freeman Middle School All-School Open House/BBQ, Thursday, September 01, 2011 - All day event, five days before the first day of school, September 6, 2011.